Thyroid Ultrasound

An anaesthetic isn’t needed for a thyroid ultrasound as it’s a noninvasive, painless procedure. The test should take less than 30 minutes.

Here’s what will happen during your thyroid ultrasound:

1. You may need to remove the top part of your clothing and/or put on a gown.

2. Your consultant will put some gel on your neck. It may feel slightly cold.

3. They’ll gently push the transducer against your neck. They may move it around and try a few different angles.

4. The transducer will send the sound waves into your neck. You won’t be able to feel or hear them.

5. Images of your thyroid will then be sent to another machine.

6. When the test is complete, your consultant will wipe the gel from your neck.

You’ll be able to go home straight away after your thyroid ultrasound, unless your consultant decides to share their findings with you immediately. 

A thyroid ultrasound is safe. The sound waves are harmless, and there are no risks or side effects associated with the procedure.

You should be able to eat, drink, and take any medications as normal on the day of your thyroid ultrasound.

As your consultant will be applying gel and using the transducer on your neck, it may help to remove any necklaces and wear a loose-fitting top.

After your thyroid ultrasound, you’ll be able to go about your daily activities as normal.

Your consultant will review the images and discuss your results and any treatment plans during a follow-up appointment.

Please contact our Ear, Nose and Throat Centre for pricing information.

At Welbeck, our radiologists are experts in their field and are dedicated to providing world-class care to every patient.

With access to colleagues across other specialties, our consultants are also able to refer within the Welbeck ecosystem if required to ensure you receive the treatment you need as quickly as possible, all under one roof.  

All appointments, testing, treatment, and follow-up appointments take place within our state-of-the-art facilities, enabling us to deliver accurate diagnostics and advanced treatments.

To book a thyroid ultrasound, you must be referred by either your GP or an ENT specialist following a consultation with them. Self-referrals are not accepted for this test.

If you would like to schedule a consultation with one of our ENT consultants, please get in touch to make an appointment. Your health is important to us, so we strive to offer same-day appointments whenever possible.

Our consultants are recognised by the major health insurance companies. If you have private health insurance, your treatment at Welbeck can begin once you have obtained authorisation. We also provide care to self-paying patients. Learn more about the different payment options at Welbeck.